Author Archives: Cory Pierson

“Concussion” is a 2015 biographical sports and medical drama film starring Will Smith as he portrays Dr. Bennet Omalu, the forensic pathologist who fought against efforts by the National Football League to suppress his research on the brain damage suffered by professional …

What You Need to Know: Open Enrollment for 2016 coverage through the Health Insurance Marketplace is now open, and ends on January 31. Consumers must sign up by December 15 to start the New Year with coverage. Since the Affordable Care Act was …

Academy of Certified Brain Injury Specialists BIANC provides Certified Brain Injury Specialist training to professionals and service workers across North Carolina. A two day class is available specifically to review material for the certification exam, and to strengthen the network of dedicated, …

Research Opportunities Model Systems researchers and the MSKTC rely on individuals with traumatic brain injuries and their family members to participate in research studies. Some of these studies offer a financial incentive for participation. Review the opportunities currently provided by MSKTC by …

Academy of Certified Brain Injury Specialists BIANC provides Certified Brain Injury Specialist training to professionals and service workers across North Carolina. A two day class is available specifically to review material for the certification exam, and to strengthen the network of dedicated, …

BIANC Trainings The Brain Injury Association of North Carolina offers a number of training and educational opportunities. Courses are available for individuals and groups who wish to gain certification or simply learn more about working with brain injury. Please contact BIANC at 919-833-9634 to …

TBI Medicaid Waiver BIANC is working alongside North Carolina legislators in the joint pursuit of a TBI Medicaid Waiver to provide more comprehensive services for individuals living with a brain injury. This work is ongoing, so check back here for updates related to …